2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2004 Ford Excursion and 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (290 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1576 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. (441 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |