2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2150 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Chimaera. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Chimaera 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 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Excursion | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 57 L |