2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Vivio 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 212 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2366 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio. 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 Subaru Vivio. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Excursion | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2320 mm |
