2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. 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 1995 Dodge Intrepid. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Excursion | Intrepid |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 68 L |