2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde 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 281 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2524 kg more than 1959 Simca Aronde. 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 Simca Aronde. 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 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1959 Simca Aronde has manual transmission. 1959 Simca Aronde 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 | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Excursion | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 39 L |
