2003 GMC Safari vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 208 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2003 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Safari | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |