2004 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 23 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Magna has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Magna | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
