2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1143 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 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Expedition | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |