1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 88 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Bonneville | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |
