1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Excursion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |