2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. 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 Dacia Duster. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Expedition | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2673 mm |
