1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 738 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Duna | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
