2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1716 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Excursion | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3216 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2600 mm |
