1990 Ford Aerostar vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 253 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Aerostar 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 1990 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Aerostar. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Aerostar | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Aerostar | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3973 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |