2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 2012 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 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 23 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 814 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 2012 GMC Acadia. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Desert Excursion 2012 GMC Acadia
Make Ford GMC
Model Desert Excursion Acadia
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6800 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 311 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 576 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 2112 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 3020 mm


 

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