2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
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 Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2880 mm |
