1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2009 Holden Cruze is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Holden Cruze. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Cruze.
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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Cruze. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Cruze. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Bonneville | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2685 mm |
