2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life 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 264 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion weights approximately 508 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Desert Excursion | Life |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2370 mm |