2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1414 kg more than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3490 mm |
