1995 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
