2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 783 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Charger | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Charger | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |