2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion 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 241 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1986 kg more than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. 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 (576 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 47 L |
