2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2140 kg more than 2006 TVR T 350.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 TVR T 350. 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 (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR T 350. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2006 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Excursion | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
