2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2012 Holden Cruze 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Holden Cruze. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Holden Cruze.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Holden Cruze. 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) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Holden Cruze. (360 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Holden Cruze. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2012 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Holden Cruze 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 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Excursion | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2685 mm |
