2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz R and 2005 Pontiac Bonneville were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 592 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | R | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |