2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra 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 151 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1871 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
