2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 277 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (279 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Eclipse | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
