1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3490 mm |