2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen would be higher. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 746 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 945 kg more than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. 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, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 881 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | V Sixteen | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 13600 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 1001 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1356 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3490 mm |
