2005 Ford GT vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1786 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford GT. (678 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 3370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |
