2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2010 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |