2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 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 | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 306 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |