1999 Chrysler 300 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler 300. (251 HP @ 6450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1999 Chrysler 300. 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 1999 Chrysler 300. 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 (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler 300. (346 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler 300 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | 300 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6450 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 3240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 167 L |
