2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 181 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2001 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |