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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (274 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1735 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (364 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 7274 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2797 mm |