2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1994 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 GMC Typhoon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1994 GMC Typhoon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Typhoon |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2560 mm |