2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 6 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1620 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Pacifica | Excursion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 3240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 167 L |