2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Excursion and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 646 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 129 L |
