2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 124 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2820 mm |
