2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2493 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1955 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1955 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Excursion | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Excursion | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2440 mm |