2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1825 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Monaro 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 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
