2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Excursion | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |