1993 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 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 94 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2620 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8. 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 Donkervoort D8. 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 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1993 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1993 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3490 mm |
