2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Excursion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |