2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 4 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1449 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac STS. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | STS | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 167 L |
