2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo

To start off, 2003 Holden Rodeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.

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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Excursion 2003 Holden Rodeo
Make Ford Holden
Model Excursion Rodeo
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 2050 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 3060 mm


 

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