2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1048 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Escalade | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |