2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1730 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | 350Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |