2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 647 kg more than 2003 Nissan Murano.
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 (395 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2003 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Expedition | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |