2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1334 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Tundra 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 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Tundra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 299 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3270 mm |