2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Rasheen has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Rasheen will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |