2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 304 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus. 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (217 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Stratus | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
