2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 633 kg more than 2006 GMC Envoy.
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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Envoy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 95 L |