2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1441 kg more than 2002 Nissan Quest. 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 2002 Nissan Quest. 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 (474 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Quest. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 73 L |
