2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Holden Calais
To start off, 2012 Holden Calais 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Holden Calais. (278 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Calais.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Holden Calais. 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 (575 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 2012 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Calais |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
