2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, 2007 Kia Optima 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 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 148 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Excursion | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |
