2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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 (475 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
