2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 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 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1824 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
