2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2289 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 911. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (540 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 911 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 | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Excursion | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 92 L |
