2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1445 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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 Transit Connect. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 58 L |