1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 695 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (488 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3490 mm |
