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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 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 591 kg more than 2005 Dodge Ram.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
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 | 6799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 167 L |