2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (118 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1593 kg more than 2008 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vivaro. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 90 L |