2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 129 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1812 kg more than 2005 Opel Zafira. 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 Opel Zafira. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Zafira |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 58 L |