2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1686 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avalon. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |
