2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (379 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 379 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |