1998 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado. (405 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Eldorado | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 3016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 167 L |