2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 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 148 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 648 kg more than 2006 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (759 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 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:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5949 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 167 L |
