2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1546 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
