2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Ford Laser
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Laser 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 150 more horse power than 1999 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1874 kg more than 1999 Ford Laser. 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 1999 Ford Laser. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Laser. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1999 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Laser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
