2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod (469 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 204 kg more than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod. (178 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford XR 8 Xplod | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | XR 8 Xplod | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1506 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
