2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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 (475 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Excursion | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 97 L |