2002 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1237 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Excursion | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 91 L |
