2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Meteor. 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 (759 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
