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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. 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. 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 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
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 | 6799 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 475 Nm |
| 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 Tank Capacity | 167 L | 132 L |
