2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Expedition | Q45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 452 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 81 L |