2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Yukon. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Yukon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 98 L |