2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2008 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Expedition | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 87 L |
