2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (475 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Expedition | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 117 L |