2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3282 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3140 mm |
