2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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. 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 30 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2138 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 2008 Ford E-150. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 132 L |
