2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek

To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1861 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Excursion 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Make Ford Subaru
Model Excursion XV Crosstrek
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 16 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 146 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Natural Gas (CNG)
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 3261 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 2050 mm 1615 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2635 mm


 

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