2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1964 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Prizm | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 3054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 167 L |
