2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 76 kg more than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mondeo | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
