2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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 139 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 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 (475 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Excursion | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 185 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 57 L |