1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 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 (475 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
