2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 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.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | F-250 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 144 L |