2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
