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Ford Excursion vs Chevy Suburban/GMC Yukon XL - The battle of the titans

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What is this discussion about? Ford Excursion, Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon XL, SUV

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#327 of 423 I agree rdtaylor by larry91

Aug 30, 2001 (12:36 pm)

I own a 2001 Denali XL.My previous vehicle was a 1999 Tahoe 4x4. Last year I had the 'hots' for the Excursion Limited with the PSD; until I drove one. Was not impressed, the wife hated it, I didn't feel that strongly, but would not buy one. Also, I have not read a single review where any autowriter liked the Excursion, let alone recommended it above the Sub.
 
Too bad, I would like to see GM have some competition in that market segment. I like the size and style of the Ex, come on Ford, make it civilized...
Oh, in spite of some very "minor" problems, I LOVE the XL Denali.

#328 of 423 Excursion Limited Value by palfito01

Sep 14, 2001 (8:59 am)

I just can not see how someone would for instance now pay $35,000 for a new vehicle listed at $42,000 and know that once they drive it off the lot it is only worth $22,000-$24,000. If you want to purchase a new Excursion the price should be in the $30,000 range with Ford's once secret $5,000 Dealer bonus going back to the buyer not the dealer. Buying this truck new, people have got to be crazy. I would have to recommend buying used at these values.
 
 I used to like my Excursion limited even though it continuously creaked and rattled but after I found out the resale value I got sick to my stomach. Also by the way, resale values on Suburban's are much higher due to market conditions and the fact that they are much better SUV's and most informed buyers know it. I guess I got burned by trying something different!

#329 of 423 john The only thing by larry91

Sep 14, 2001 (9:37 am)

that saved me from buying the Excursion was the poor driving experience i had with the 3 units I tested.. and thinking about it sensibly not with my "Passion"
 
The first thing i noticed, after only driving it for a few minutes, was that the vehicle wanted to "Wander" all over the road, obviously due to the solid front axle...This Cooled me off rather quickly. Got back into my then 1999 Tahoe 4x4, and felt like i was in a "almost" luxury vehicle. End of Excursion love affair.
 
Just keep it and drive it, psych yourself up to liking it and just try to enjoy the vehicle. It's too expensive to get rid of it now.

#330 of 423 Bite the Bullet by palfito01

Sep 14, 2001 (10:57 am)

Larry I am taking your advice and will keep the beast. I guess I will be like the majority of the board and spend an extra grand and put on new Michelin's and Shocks. Thanks

#332 of 423 John by larry91

Sep 14, 2001 (2:58 pm)

U are welcome, good luck.
 
Anyway, we have much more important things to concern ourselves with right now besides our Trucks
 
Long Live America!

#333 of 423 Wandering GM by rockribbed

Sep 20, 2001 (5:42 am)

If you like the 'wandering' of the Ford and want a GM get a burb with the 'auto ride' package. We (my wife and I just bought a burb and in the process of selecting the right one tried one with the autoride (basically the self leveling system). My wife was the driver and notice immediately that something was wrong - she thought the front end was out of alignment/wheel weight fell off. I drove and in turning around in the parking lot noticed the sway.
 
Unless you trailer FULL TIME pass on the autoride, and fit after market air shocks.

#334 of 423 rockribbed The Autoride is the only way to go by larry91

Sep 20, 2001 (2:07 pm)

I have a 2001 Denali XL whick comes standard with autoride. The autoride is not just a self leveling system, it's main job is to monitor the road surface and adjust the shock dampening to fit whatever surface it is running on. I love the system and it mskes the truck ride like a car. It is GREAT.. I have never experienced what u are describing. I wonder if there was a problem with the autoride, which, knowing GM, and their quality control, is very possible.
 
I would highly recommend the autoride to anyone buying a Suburban.

#335 of 423 Wow. Lot's of Ex bashing by edw5

Oct 12, 2001 (9:03 pm)

I am a recent convert from Sub to Ex. The 1/2 sub was weak towing our 6000# boat so I wanted more.
 
We shopped the new subs and ex's pretty hard. What I found was that the Sub and Ex both get crappy gas mileage on long non-towing trips. I used boths trip computers to gauge and both were under 12 MPG highway (ex with v10 and 8l sub).
 
We opted for the deisel ex. We were getting a good 16 MPG on short hauls while testing.
 
My wife, surprise surprise did not mind the noise of the deisel. At highway speed and cruise speed, it was all but silent. Funny thing about the noise, my 5.7l Sub with 100K and 4 yrs on it is no luxury ride. It is loud with road, engine, and wind noise.
 
Ride quality? My 1/2 sub had Michelin XT/AT 10 ply truck tires. It bounced and pounded at 50 psi just like the 3/4 ton Ex, but the Ex can handle some load. The Sub tended to sag heavily if we approached anywhere near 1/2 ton (8 people, drywall, bags of cement).
 
The Ex may ride a little stiff and bumpy on rough roads when empty, but the Sub was pretty sloppy with anything over 6 or 7 hundred pounds.

#336 of 423 edw5 Not bashing by larry91

Oct 14, 2001 (7:34 am)

I am not bashing the Excursion, in fact I was ready and willing to buy one before i chose the Denali. Ready until i drove two units for about 1 hour each. This all boils down to what u need the vehicle for. I don't do any towing or hauling and just like a big vehicle for comfort and safety. As i said before, I like the looks and the size of the Ex and if and when Ford makes it more suitable to "My" needs and likes I will consider it again.
 
Just curious, Why didn't u try the 2500 sub?

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