2005 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, both 2005 Ford Escape and 2005 Ford Excursion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1471 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 3016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 167 L |