2004 Chrysler LHS vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Chrysler LHS is newer by 4 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, 2004 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1641 kg more than 2004 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler LHS. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler LHS | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | LHS | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3490 mm |
