2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1079 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (330 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 5949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 3282 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 167 L |