2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Murano | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 54 L |