2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 1996 Porsche 993

To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Desert Excursion 1996 Porsche 993
Make Ford Porsche
Model Desert Excursion 993
Year Released 2000 1996
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 6800 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 311 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 341 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1420 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2280 mm