2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 783 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
