2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2114 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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 2012 Fiat 500. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Excursion | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 102 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 35 L |