2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2352 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (530 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Excursion | W12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |
