2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Ford Excursion and 2005 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2080 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Excursion | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 138 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |