2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 76 L |
