2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1578 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
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 (759 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 911. (620 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 911. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Excursion | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |