2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 12 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) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Excursion | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
