2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2005 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 202 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda CR-V 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 2005 Honda CR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model Desert Excursion CR-V
Year Released 2000 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 311 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 192 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1500 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2630 mm


 

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