2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 900 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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 (475 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier 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.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |