2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Holden Cruze
To start off, both 2004 Ford Excursion and 2004 Holden Cruze were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2231 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. 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 (475 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Cruze 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 | 2004 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
