2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 623 kg more than 2011 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 (759 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 364 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 129 L |
