1993 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Viper. 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, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3490 mm |
