2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 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 (576 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager has manual transmission. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 3054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 167 L |
