2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1670 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Murano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |