2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE 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 195 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2036 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. 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 1959 Holden FE. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | FE |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
