2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 165 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |
