2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 858 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1589 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 56 L |
