2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX 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 182 more horse power than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1808 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Extreme EX. (556 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Extreme EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2550 mm |
