2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1829 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Stratus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Stratus | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 167 L |
