2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Excursion | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 516 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3016 kg | 2838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 4018 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 136 L |