2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle 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 106 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1678 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 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 1996 Honda Shuttle. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Excursion | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |