2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1750 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Altima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |
