2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1881 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Excursion. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Excursion | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | G8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |