2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Ford Explorer

To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer. 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 Ford Explorer. 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 (395 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Expedition 2010 Ford Explorer
Make Ford Ford
Model Expedition Explorer
Year Released 2004 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 4009 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 395 Nm 254 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 4.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2447 kg 972 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1980 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3320 mm
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 85 L