2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa 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 158 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1936 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Capa. 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 (475 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1998 Honda Capa | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Excursion | Capa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 136 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |