2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1863 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix. (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5405 cc | 5670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 64 L |