2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 79 L |