2003 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Pacifica | Excursion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 3216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 167 L |