2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Excursion. (576 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 69 L |
