2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1972 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1972 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1972 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3210 mm |