2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude 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 52 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1971 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. 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 1997 Honda Prelude. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Excursion | Prelude |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |