2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 167 L |
