2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Tata Indigo

To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 9 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 78 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Indigo 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 2010 Tata Indigo
Make Pontiac Tata
Model Bonneville Indigo
Year Released 2001 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 1403 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 135 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 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 42 L


 

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