2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Lexus RX
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Lexus RX.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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, 2005 Lexus RX (840 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Expedition | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 840 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
