2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
