2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 382 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.

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 Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 2000 Ford Desert Excursion
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Trans Sport Desert Excursion
Year Released 2001 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 6800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 183 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 576 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2540 mm


 

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