2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 3 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) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1960 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 474 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |