2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 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 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Spyker C8. 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Ford | Spyker |
| Model | Excursion | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |
