2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 779 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (475 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 106 L |
