2005 GMC Safari vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 411 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Safari | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |