1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2081 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. 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 1987 Alpine V6. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3490 mm |
