2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1931 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (576 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Excursion | S-MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |