2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2002 Jeep Compass is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Compass. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1834 kg more than 2002 Jeep Compass. 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 (575 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Compass. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2002 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Excursion | Compass |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
