2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 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 2001 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-150 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
