2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 (759 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Excursion | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 60 L |
