1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1431 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire has manual transmission. 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Ford |
| Model | Sapphire | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 167 L |
