2000 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Sierra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 117 L |