2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 7 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, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Traverse |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2173 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5207 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 83 L |