2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2538 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | E-250 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 167 L |
