2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 931 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1965 kg more than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero. 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, 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1009 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 | 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Ford | SSC |
| Model | Excursion | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1090 mm |
