1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Excursion |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3490 mm |