2002 Acura NSX vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 289 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Acura NSX 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 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura NSX | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |