2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 913 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (498 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |
