2001 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2371 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Excursion 2006 Toyota Aygo
Make Ford Toyota
Model Excursion Aygo
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5405 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 53 HP
Torque 474 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 3261 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 4.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 35 L


 

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