1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2211 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1993 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua 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.
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1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Bigua | Excursion |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |