2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1956 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1968 kg more than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 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 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 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 (759 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Riley Pathfinder. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1956 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1956 Riley Pathfinder 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1956 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Riley |
| Model | Excursion | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
