2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Kia Opirus

To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 5 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 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1313 kg more than 2005 Kia Opirus. 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 2005 Kia Opirus. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Excursion 2005 Kia Opirus
Make Ford Kia
Model Excursion Opirus
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5406 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 252 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 3210 kg 1897 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 2050 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 70 L


 

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