2005 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 1 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |