2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (268 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
