2003 Buick Centieme vs. 2004 Ford Excursion

To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Centieme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Centieme would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1488 kg more than 2003 Buick Centieme.

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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Centieme. (542 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Centieme.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Centieme 2004 Ford Excursion
Make Buick Ford
Model Centieme Excursion
Year Released 2003 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5949 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 400 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 759 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1794 kg 3282 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 167 L


 

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