2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 605 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 97 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 605. 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 1999 Peugeot 605. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 605. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 605 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 | 1999 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Excursion | 605 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
