2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1747 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. 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 (474 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (319 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Excursion | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |