2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1976 Pontiac Bonneville (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherokee | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
