1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1441 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 433 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 167 L |
