2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape 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 127 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1540 kg more than 2003 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 162 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |