1989 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bonneville | V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
