2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1756 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 2011 Kia Optima. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Optima 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.
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2000 Ford Excursion | 2011 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Excursion | Optima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |