1994 Hyundai Pony vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Pony. (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Pony. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Pony has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Pony will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Pony | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Pony | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
