2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 11 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, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Traverse |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 2173 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3020 mm |