2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Lexus GX
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus GX (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 705 kg more than 2002 Lexus GX.
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, 2002 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2002 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | GX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |
