2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 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) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
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 (576 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
