1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 124 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 603 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Terios. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1999 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Terios | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
