2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1725 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Excursion | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4806 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |
