2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse. 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 Rover Vitesse. 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 (759 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1988 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1988 Rover Vitesse 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 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Excursion | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
