2004 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 973 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Freestar | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |
