1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 2011 Nissan Frontier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Bonneville | Frontier |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |