2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 1 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 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. 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 2004 Chevrolet Astro. 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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Astro | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 167 L |