2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 3 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 117 L |
