2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1889 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. 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 2013 Honda Accord. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
