2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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 137 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Excursion | Rexton |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 256 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |