2001 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1766 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Excursion | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |
