2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 193 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2036 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. 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 (475 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Excursion | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
