1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |