2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 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 84 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1930 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 2004 Rover 45. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Excursion | 45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |