2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 832 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 98 L |
