2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2050 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 2008 Ford Focus. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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 | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Focus |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
