2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 456 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Routan, 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 (475 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Expedition | Routan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 78 L |
