2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2538 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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 2009 Ford E-350. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 132 L |
