2001 Ford Ranger vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 50 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (387 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 1995 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. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
