2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz

To start off, both 2005 Ford Excursion and 2005 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 249 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2156 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 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 2005 Hyundai Getz. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Getz 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 2005 Hyundai Getz
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Excursion Getz
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6801 cc 1086 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 94 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 67.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 77 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 3261 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 45 L


 

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