2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Camira 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 140 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2165 kg more than 1988 Holden Camira. 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 1988 Holden Camira. 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 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Camira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
