2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1818 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR Tuscan. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Tuscan. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Tuscan 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Excursion | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
