2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 167 L |