2004 Cadillac XLR vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2004 Cadillac XLR and 2004 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1576 kg more than 2004 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Cadillac XLR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac XLR. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac XLR. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Cadillac XLR has manual transmission. 2004 Cadillac XLR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac XLR | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | XLR | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 3216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 167 L |