2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Ford Ka

To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2330 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka. 2002 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Excursion 2001 Ford Ka
Make Ford Ford
Model Excursion Ka
Year Released 2002 2001
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5407 cc 1299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 3210 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 2050 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 40 L


 

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