1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (375 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. 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, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Fleetwood | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5800 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 167 L |
