2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1992 Italdesign Columbus
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Italdesign Columbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Italdesign Columbus 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) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Italdesign Columbus. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1992 Italdesign Columbus.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Italdesign Columbus. (450 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Italdesign Columbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1992 Italdesign Columbus | |
| Make | Ford | Italdesign |
| Model | Excursion | Columbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3830 mm |
