1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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 (759 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 167 L |
