2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1751 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 (576 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1999 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Verada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2730 mm |
