2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2555 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 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 (475 Nm) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 | 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Excursion | Dauphine Gordini |
Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 65 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 31 L |