2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 380 kg more than 2011 Ford E-350.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-350. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 125 L |
