2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2221 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 Ford Excursion | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6799 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |
