2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
