2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z 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 35 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Z. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Excursion | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
