2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 @ 6150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 523 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 3060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 167 L |