2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 602 kg more than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (565 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6799 cc | 6199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 565 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |