2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2634 kg more than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Excursion | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2040 mm |
