2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 83 L |
