2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1945 Jeep MB
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2130 kg more than 1945 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1945 Jeep MB has manual transmission. 1945 Jeep MB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1945 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Excursion | MB |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2040 mm |
