2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1956 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Mercury Montclair. (258 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1956 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Excursion | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3110 mm |
