2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 124 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1954 kg more than 1995 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 1995 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1995 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Excursion | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 293 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |