2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 9 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1988 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
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2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Sonic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 46 L |