2004 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Bonneville | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
