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

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#372 of 423 Diesel Suburban by fkozil Jan 21, 2004 (9:09 am)
The diesel engine that GM offers in the light duty truck line known as the Duramax is actually an Isuzu motor retrofitted for light duty trucks.   From what I have read on the topic, the Duramax engines have not proved to be worthy over the past few years.   While I generally prefer GM vehicles over other brands, I would say that Ford offers the better choice if you are looking for the diesel engine. They use the Navistar (International) 7.3L which is a proven motor.
#373 of 423 Diesel engines by scott1256 Jan 22, 2004 (11:48 am)
I hadn't realized that the Duramax was giving trouble in the HD pickup trucks. What sort of problems are there?   I see that Ford has switched to a 6.0L diesel in the Excursion as well as in the HD pickups this year. Big increase in power from last year - from 250 HP up to 325 HP.
#374 of 423 barfy by barfy Feb 26, 2004 (9:02 am)
Any one out there that can help me with the best deal on Denali 04 I would much appreciate it.   One thing if people are shopping Armada if you have kids is easily overlooked if they are not with you when purchasing. Our 5 and 8 yr olds cannot reach the outside door handles! Almost made a major FOO PAA!   I'm trading a 99 sub. slt loaded, pewter, in ex. to good shape with 42, yes, 42000 mls. E$Edmunds says wholesale at 15980, dealers offering 12000 and 13000 at 500 to 1000 over invoice, and THEY keep the rebate. Sounds awful. Any imput out there?   Neighbor has the Excursion ltd. with v10 gas. You feel every tar line in the road, no turning radius and guzzles at 7 mls.per gal COMBINED!   By the way. New Durango other neighbor bought last month with HEMI gets 8 on the highway!!! Replies to this message: lazylynx (Sep 07, 2005 5:23 pm) explorerx4 (Oct 24, 2005 4:26 pm)
#375 of 423 barfy by dako_tian Feb 26, 2004 (9:57 am)
I finally saw an Armada on the road this week. Driving a YXL, it was obvious how big the Armada is. However, I would struggle with the "Power Rangers" styling. It gives the impression of multitudinous plastic trim pieces stuck on oddly all around. As ugly as I find the result when new, I can only wince imagining how those deteriorating protrusions will appear with a little aging. Ssssshhhhuuuddddddddddeeeerrrrrr....   Personally, I think they already made the faux pas for you!
#376 of 423 by steve_ HOST Nov 17, 2004 (9:43 pm)
Not much battling of the titans going on - or did everyone buy a Titan?   Steve, Host Replies to this message: new_daddy (Nov 30, 2004 8:28 am) steve_ (Nov 30, 2004 7:08 pm) tidester (Nov 30, 2004 8:50 pm) new_daddy (Dec 03, 2004 1:07 pm) skeewb_4287 (Jan 08, 2005 9:37 pm) new_daddy (Sep 16, 2005 8:06 am)
#377 of 423 Whoa! It's been a while since I've posted on one of these! by new_daddy Nov 30, 2004 (8:28 am)
Replying to: steve_ (Nov 17, 2004 9:43 pm) This thread has been going on for almost 5 years? Wow!   Well, anyway, I love my Suburban. It's a 1992 GMC Suburban with over 338,000 miles on it, WITH IT'S ORIGNAL ENGINE! Jeez, I finally had to replace the original starter about a year ago. Anyone have any luck getting that kind of mileage out of a Ford engine? Replies to this message: steve_ (Nov 30, 2004 7:08 pm) tidester (Nov 30, 2004 8:50 pm) new_daddy (Dec 03, 2004 1:07 pm) skeewb_4287 (Jan 08, 2005 9:37 pm) new_daddy (Sep 16, 2005 8:06 am)
#378 of 423 Whoa! by steve_ HOST Nov 30, 2004 (7:08 pm)
Replying to: new_daddy (Nov 30, 2004 8:28 am) That's a lot of miles on a rig period, regardless of make, whether the engine has been rebuilt or not. That's terrific!   Steve, Host Replies to this message: tidester (Nov 30, 2004 8:50 pm) new_daddy (Dec 03, 2004 1:07 pm)
#379 of 423 Re: Whoa! [steve_] by tidester HOST Nov 30, 2004 (8:50 pm)
Replying to: steve_ (Nov 30, 2004 7:08 pm) I'll second that! Wow!   tidester, host
#380 of 423 Still going to make the Excursion? by agoodwin Dec 02, 2004 (8:58 pm)
I have owned three Excursions since 2000. Would hate to see them go. Each year they seem to get better in driving ,comfort, handling and new features. I currently own a 2004 Ex. Eddie Bauer. Best one I have owned. I have also tried the Suburban for test drives and a little TESTING. I'll give the Chev, the better ride. As for the construction of the overall vehicle, Ford has the Sub beat hands down. Although Ford may ride like a truck, it also performs like one to. Tough to beat the towing capacity of the V-5 Hitch and the tough drivetrain. Also the Ex. has superior inside area. Alot of space for things and people.       Cya later, Andrew Replies to this message: leer (Oct 24, 2005 12:22 pm) tracie777 (Dec 29, 2005 10:36 am)
#381 of 423 Re: Whoa! by new_daddy Dec 03, 2004 (1:07 pm)
Replying to: steve_ (Nov 30, 2004 7:08 pm) Thank you! I do take pride in maintaining my vehicles well. I had to rebiuld the transmission once at 141,000 miles, mainly because an ex-girlfriend threw it into reverse at 60mph on the highway when the truk only had 8000 miles on it. The tranny ran in a hobbled condition for the next 133,000 miles until I had it rebuilt. It's been almost 200,000 miles since then. At this point all I have for current issues are a little rust (and a couple of holes), and the need to replace the rear AC evaporator. I converted it from R-12 to R-134a when I replace the front AC evap in 2000.

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