2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Excursion | Elantra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 48 L |