1991 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Bonneville | X5 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |