1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Excursion |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3490 mm |