2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Colorado | Excursion |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3490 mm |