2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1088 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 66 L |
