1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 13 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 312 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6. 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
Model | Bonneville | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |