2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2427 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 Nissan Altima. 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 (759 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |
