1986 Dodge 600 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2105 kg more than 1986 Dodge 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge 600. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge 600 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
