2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1193 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. 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 Ford Explorer. 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Explorer | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 7274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 3270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 3490 mm |
