2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 87 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.
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, 2009 GMC Sierra (565 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
