2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1930 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
