2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 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 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion weights approximately 179 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 2010 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Desert Excursion Terracan
Year Released 2000 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 311 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1119 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2760 mm