2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Bitter SC would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2020 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1986 Bitter SC | |
Make | Ford | Bitter |
Model | Excursion | SC |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2690 mm |