2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 113 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1640 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (281 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Excursion | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |
