2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2183 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 167 L |
