1996 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 474 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Bonneville | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
