2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion

To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Desert Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Desert Excursion would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.

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 Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Ram 2000 Ford Desert Excursion
Make Dodge Ford
Model Ram Desert Excursion
Year Released 2007 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 6800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 235 HP 311 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 576 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 3580 mm 2540 mm


 

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