2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
