2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 7 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion.
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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 142 L |
