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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (243 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 1949 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 | 3700 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 167 L |