2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1620 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. 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 Honda Stream. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream 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 | 2009 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | Stream |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |
