2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1961 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Excursion | 403 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 50 L |
