2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1194 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki SX4, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Expedition | SX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |