2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 4 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Expedition | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 106 L |
