1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1911 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ferrari F355. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F355 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6250 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 |
| 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 | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 167 L |
