2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Excursion and 2006 Ford Expedition are equipped with a 5,408 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1274 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Expedition |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 106 L |