1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi

To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.

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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Pontiac Bonneville 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
Make Pontiac Suzuki
Model Bonneville Kizashi
Year Released 1990 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 63 L


 

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