2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang 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 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 441 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (410 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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2008 Ford Expedition | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Expedition | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |