2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Swift 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 259 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2674 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift. 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 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1990 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Excursion | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 40 L |
