2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Excursion |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 167 L |