2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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. Both 2006 Ford F-350 and 2004 Ford Excursion are equipped with a 6,801 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1812 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 167 L |
