2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1616 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Mustang. (529 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Mustang. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 529 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 61 L |