2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 283 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 2009 Maybach 62. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (476 Nm). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Ford | Maybach |
| Model | Expedition | 62 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 110 L |
