2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 6 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1949 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. 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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Traverse | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 167 L |
