2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1866 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Excursion | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |
