2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1417 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. 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 (474 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
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2003 Ford Excursion | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Safari |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 474 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 102 L |