2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 307 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra.
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, 2004 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3023 mm |
