2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 4 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1516 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Excursion | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 480 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2600 mm |