2001 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2239 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Fiesta. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Excursion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 167 L |