2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
