2001 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti Q45 | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | Q45 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
