2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1462 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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.
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2000 Ford Excursion | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Excursion | Mustang |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 61 L |