2006 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 801 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | X5 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
