2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century 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 171 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1993 Toyota Century. 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 1993 Toyota Century. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Century. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1993 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Excursion | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
