1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion

To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1796 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. 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 1993 Alpine A 610. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Alpine A 610 2000 Ford Excursion
Make Alpine Ford
Model A 610 Excursion
Year Released 1993 2000
Engine Size 2975 cc 5406 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 3210 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 2050 mm


 

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