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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 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 900 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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 | 5408 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |
