2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
