2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1821 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Excursion 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Excursion Colorado
Year Released 2003 2011
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5954 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 3370 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2830 mm


 

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