2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza

To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 7 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 203 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 2007 Toyota Avanza
Make Ford Toyota
Model Desert Excursion Avanza
Year Released 2000 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 311 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 141 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1110 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2660 mm


 

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