2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster 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 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 148 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2010 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. 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 2010 Renault Duster. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Duster 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 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | Duster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2673 mm |
