2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 6 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 19 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1361 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2659 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3280 mm |
