2005 GMC Safari vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 188 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 205 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 306 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |