2009 Ford Edge vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 5 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2295 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Edge. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Edge | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 167 L |