2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 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 131 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
