2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort 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) has 177 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Escort 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 | 1988 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 54 L |
