2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 631 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Excursion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 3504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 167 L |