2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey 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 117 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2024 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Excursion | Healey |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 69.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 50 L |