2004 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari is newer by 6 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 201 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2010 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Safari. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Safari 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 | 2010 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Bonneville | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
