2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2291 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 132 L |
