2005 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1550 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 3020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 167 L |