2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 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 107 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1786 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. 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 1999 Rover 75. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Excursion | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2750 mm |
