2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion 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 236 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2056 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Excursion | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 196 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |