2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1456 kg more than 2007 Holden Captiva. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2007 Holden Captiva 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 | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
