2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 651 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 119 L |