2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 248 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Acadia. 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 (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
