2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 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 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 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 (576 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
