2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1566 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 (759 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Excursion | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |
