1992 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Bonneville | Croma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
