2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2032 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 3240 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 167 L |