2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1131 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 (576 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (535 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Excursion | Charger |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 535 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3060 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |