2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Excursion | 993 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |