2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 27 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2133 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 2008 Ford E-150. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 132 L |
