2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1957 Packard Patrician.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Ford | Packard |
Model | Excursion | Patrician |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 77 L |