2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,827 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Endeavor | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3827 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
