2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1997 Lancia K. 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 1997 Lancia K. 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia K has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia K 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 Lancia K | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | K |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
