2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2011 Ford E-150. 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 2011 Ford E-150. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 125 L |
