2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1581 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 (576 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Trans Sport | Excursion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3490 mm |