2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Ranger. 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 (475 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 74 L |
