1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 921 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 167 L |
