2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 8 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 29 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Traverse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 360 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2113 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 83 L |