2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. 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 (395 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
