2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 928 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Desert Excursion | 928 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
