2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 332 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 127 L |
