2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 7 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-150. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1520 kg more than 2010 Ford E-150. 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 2010 Ford E-150. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-150. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2824 mm |
