2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2021 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 498 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |