2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Camry 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 80 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Camry. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1112 kg more than 2002 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (279 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
