1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1920 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari 360. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3490 mm |
