2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 45 L |
