2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Lada 111
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 111 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 179 more horse power than 2003 Lada 111. (76 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2170 kg more than 2003 Lada 111. 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 2003 Lada 111. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 111. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 111. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada 111 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada 111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Excursion | 111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 43 L |
