2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2010 GMC Savana

To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 831 kg more than 2010 GMC Savana. 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 2010 GMC Savana. 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 (759 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (505 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Excursion 2010 GMC Savana
Make Ford GMC
Model Excursion Savana
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5948 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 505 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 3504 kg 2673 kg
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 2073 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 117 L


 

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