2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. 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 141 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1996 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 (475 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
