2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, both 2004 Lincoln LS and 2004 Pontiac Bonneville were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lincoln LS 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 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lincoln LS | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Lincoln | Pontiac |
Model | LS | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 205 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |