2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C70 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2011 Volvo C70 (400 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
