2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 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 207 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2421 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Excursion | R2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 30 L |
