2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Tribute | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | Tribute | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3791 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |