2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Nissan Alpha
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Alpha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Alpha 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 9 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (301 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Alpha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1976 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (359 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2001 Nissan Alpha | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Alpha |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
