1987 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
