1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Explorer | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |