2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1989 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 (759 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
