2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1940 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 167 L |
