2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Expedition 2011 SsangYong Rexton
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Expedition Rexton
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4604 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 398 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1902 kg
Vehicle Length 5200 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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