2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo 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 202 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2306 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 (576 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Echo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
