2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1875 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. 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 1986 Ford Granada. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |
