2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1612 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. 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 2013 GMC Terrain. 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 (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Terrain |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2857 mm |