2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 442 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Because 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert 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 Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (339 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
