2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (476 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 476 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 106 L |