2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 417 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
