2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Yukon. (488 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2003 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
