2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1770 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 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 (576 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Xterra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3060 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |