2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan

To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan 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 264 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2443 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
Make Ford Hudson
Model Excursion Metropolitan
Year Released 2005 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6801 cc 1487 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 100 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 3261 kg 818 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2170 mm