2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 489 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2006 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |