2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 11 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 497 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Picanto 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 | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Bonneville | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 94 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
