2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1090 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1325 kg more than 2012 SSC Tuatara.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SSC Tuatara. 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (476 Nm). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Expedition | Tuatara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2667 mm |