2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1520 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Colorado |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |