2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1456 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Excursion | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |