2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1165 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Excursion |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 3020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 167 L |