2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2296 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-350. (621 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 167 L |
