2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Alero | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
