2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1554 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | Excursion | Charger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3048 mm |