2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Bonneville | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
