2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1571 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari F550. (570 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F550 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
