2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend 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 150 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2109 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. 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 1990 Honda Legend. 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend 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 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
