2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 6 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 190 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
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 (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan NP300 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 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | NP300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2960 mm |