2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 1172 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Excursion | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 129 L |
