2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 554 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 129 L |
