2004 GMC Safari vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (241 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 412 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2004 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (387 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Safari | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 241 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
