2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 576 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 167 L |