2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2286 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Excursion | Equator |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 232 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |