2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.

Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford F-150 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Ford Pontiac
Model F-150 Bonneville
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 202 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2075 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2790 mm