2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 576 kg more than 2012 Nissan Murano.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano, 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 (395 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 82 L |
