2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1967 Saab Sonett
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Saab Sonett 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 191 more horse power than 1967 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1967 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2435 kg more than 1967 Saab Sonett. 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 1967 Saab Sonett. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Saab Sonett. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1967 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Excursion | Sonett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
