2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Rodeo. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Rodeo. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Rodeo has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Rodeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2004 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3060 mm |
