1997 Mercury MC4 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury MC4 (202 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury MC4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 1997 Mercury MC4 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 1997 Mercury MC4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1997 Mercury MC4 (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury MC4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercury MC4 | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | MC4 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
