2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2004 Ford Expedition. 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 2011 Ford E-350. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 125 L |
