1956 Chrysler C vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1956 Chrysler C.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chrysler C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler C. (530 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | C | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 3240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3490 mm |
