2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 10 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 99 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1795 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3505 mm |
