2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Expedition 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 54 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 530 kg more than 2003 Ford Expedition. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3030 mm |
