2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2464 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Beaulieu | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 2989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 167 L |
