2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 7 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Expedition | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
