2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1363 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Excursion | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 129 L |
