2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 573 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Excursion | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 117 L |
