2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1740 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Blackhawk. (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Blackhawk | Excursion |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 3370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3490 mm |