2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G6 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 13 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 813 kg more than 2010 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac G6. (297 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2010 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Expedition | G6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |
