2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1987 Holden Camira

To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Camira would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Holden Camira. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2190 kg more than 1987 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford 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 Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Camira.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Excursion 1987 Holden Camira
Make Ford Holden
Model Excursion Camira
Year Released 2000 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6801 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 3240 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2580 mm


 

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