2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 395 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |