2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. 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 (576 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3050 mm |
