2005 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 444 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Bravada | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
