2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Previa. (133 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1999 Toyota Previa. 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 1999 Toyota Previa. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Previa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 75 L |
