2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2174 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Excursion | S-MX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |