2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 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 112 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ranger. 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 (475 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ranger 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.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |