2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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, 2012 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (313 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Bonneville | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 280 HP |
Torque | 313 Nm | 399 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |