2004 Ford Galaxy vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 581 kg more than 2004 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Galaxy | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
