2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 724 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Excursion | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 827 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 129 L |