2009 Mercury Mariner vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (137 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercury Mariner | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
Model | Mariner | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |