1996 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1911 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari F355. 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 (576 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari F355. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F355 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 167 L |