1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1972 Buick Centurion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick Centurion | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Centurion | Excursion |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3510 mm |