2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 903 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Excursion | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |