2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Pontiac Bonneville 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 1971 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail, 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, 1971 Pontiac Bonneville (485 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1971 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | X-Trail | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |