2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1912 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Excursion | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 85 L |
