2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2001 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 806. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 2001 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Bonneville | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
