2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 605 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 120 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 605. 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 1998 Peugeot 605. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Excursion | 605 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
