2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 59 L |
