1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 12 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 14 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Acura TSX | |
Make | Pontiac | Acura |
Model | Bonneville | TSX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4714 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |