2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2011 Ford F-150.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (515 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |
