2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1694 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 (475 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1995 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
