2005 Mercury Mariner vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mariner | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
