2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1897 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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.
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2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Excursion | VX Lightning |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 236 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 94.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2420 mm |