2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1992 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1850 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. 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 1992 Honda Accord. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord 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 1992 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Excursion Accord
Year Released 2005 1992
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5405 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 3215 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1400 mm


 

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