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

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#380 of 423 Still going to make the Excursion? by agoodwin

Dec 02, 2004 (9:58 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

#381 of 423 Re: Whoa! by new_daddy

Dec 03, 2004 (2:07 pm)

Replying to: steve_ (Nov 30, 2004 8:08 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.

#382 of 423 Re: Whoa! It's been a while since I've posted on one of these! [new_daddy] by skeewb_4287

Jan 08, 2005 (10:37 pm)

Replying to: new_daddy (Nov 30, 2004 9:28 am)
Heh. Who knew that this thread would survive un-archived for so long? Five years is a decent chunk of time.
 
But anyways, I think in another five years it won't be a battle between the Suburban and the Excursion. Once the Japanese completely sink their teeth into this gold mine of a market, it'll be a battle of (the real) Titan and the Sequoia.

#383 of 423 ONE MORE THING by chrisdc

Mar 02, 2005 (12:48 pm)

I am in the market for an '01 or '02 Suburban or Excursion. I've read most of this discussion and haven't seen anyone adress my question. I really learned a lot about both trucks, but I'm still undecided. I commute 40 miles each way to work so the better mileage of the PSD looks good. But, at a $3000-$4000 premium that's a lot of gas I could have been filling up with in the Suburban. I have 4 kids and do a good bit of traveling so I need space for "stuff" but heavy towing is not a concern of mine. I've driven an 01 Sub and wasn't impressed with the lack of seat adjustments, but that might not have been their best power seating option. I have yet to drive an Excursion, either gas or deisel, so that may be the deciding factor. But what I'm really wanting to know is this...is there any difference between the 4WD systems on these trucks? I currently own a '90 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and I like that I can switch into 4WD when my driveway ices, or that I can occassionaly hook up a chain and pull someone or something out of a ditch. I will not be doing any major off-road drivimg, but I want the ability if needed. Thanks for your replys...

#384 of 423 Re: ONE MORE THING [chrisdc] by beatfarmer

Mar 18, 2005 (2:58 pm)

Replying to: chrisdc (Mar 02, 2005 12:48 pm)
Coming in late but here it goes.
 
If heavy towing is not a concern, then you might be better served with a 1500 Surburban with the 5.3 and 3.42 rear.
 
The Ex is based on the SD truck line and rides like the 3/4 ton truck it is. With the PSD or V-10 it makes a great towing vehicle. With the 5.4, it is underpowered.
 
The Sub come in 1500 1/2 ton or 2500 3/4 ton. Both have a "softer" ride than the Ex. 2500 come with either the 6.0 or 8.1 engines. The 2500 is in the same class towing wise as the Ex.
 
1500 Subs can be found with either a part time shift on the fly 4x4 system or an auto 4x4 system. 2500 Subs and the Ex are both part time systems. Neither vehicle will do well off road, due to their length and weight. The Ex is quite heavy, especially with the PSD
 
Drive both the 1500 and 2500 Subs and drive both the gas and PSD Ex. Buy the one you like.
 
WARNING!! Buying a big, powerful truck can lead to excessive purchasing of toys (boats, campers, etc). Use with caution ; )

#385 of 423 voting has begun by steve_ HOST

Apr 08, 2005 (10:28 am)

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#386 of 423 Re: Test Drive tells the tale [thylantyr] by psd1

Aug 05, 2005 (10:55 am)

Replying to: thylantyr (Dec 17, 2003 12:43 am)
You pretty much don't like the Excursion. Let me tell you that the Excursion is one of the most coolest vehicles ever and you own it in 7.3L V8 Powerstroke turbo diesel which is even better, for more power, and good speed. Because you own it in diesel you have better fuel milege which means that the fuel doesn't run out as fast. If you compare the Excursion to the Suburban I would stick more with your Excursion simply because It's more powerful you could use it for just about anything Hauling Trailers etc. and saves more fuel than the Suburban.
 
The Suburban on the other hand is a good truck but the only bad thing is, is that because it's a big truck (not bigger than the Excursion) and is a gasoline (v8) it'll struggle more with lot's of cargo than the Excursion and it'll use up more fuel for less work, this is why I would stick with the Excursion best. It's more of getting a V10 gas powered truck I mean it's very strong and fast but disposes of too too much fuel do to the amount of work that it does. Just stick with your Excursion diesel your better of and you'll save more money on fuel. It would be nice if they actually had a Suburban powered by diesel (6.6L 8cyl Duramax Diesel) but I guess they don't have any of those in diesel. It's still good though I like the Suburban but It's not as economic and powerful as your Excursion.

#387 of 423 Excursion (6.0L) by psd1

Aug 05, 2005 (11:00 am)

By the way If you want you can even trade in your Ford Excursion for the all new 6.0L V8 Powerstroke turbo diesel. This engine is supurve it's the best of it's class it's a lot better than the 7.3L and more powerful, and it's faster. I know people that own these in 6.0L and they tell me that they are so amaized on how good this engine is it's a little bit quieter than before (7.3L) and it's much better.
 
This one of course does a lot more work, and it's more economici and better.
 
Think about this

#389 of 423 Re: Excursion (6.0L) [psd1] by tdoh

Aug 12, 2005 (10:18 am)

Replying to: psd1 (Aug 05, 2005 11:00 am)
Well with diesel prices now at $3.10/gallon and up in my area (Northern California), the savings isn't as great these days...

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