2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (325 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 941 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra.
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 GMC Sierra (502 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 102 L |
