2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 77 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 167 L |
