2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Expedition | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
