2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1734 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 3054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 167 L |
