2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2211 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. 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 1988 Holden Camira. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1988 Holden Camira has manual transmission. 1988 Holden Camira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Camira |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
