2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (495 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Expedition | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
