2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 113 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
