2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2239 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 167 L |