1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 9 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 159 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Bonneville | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
