2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 757 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 106 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
