2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1606 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (475 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2009 Ford Flex | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Flex |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |