2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today 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 205 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2500 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Excursion | Today |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |