2002 Acura RSX vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 3 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura RSX | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | RSX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 318 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |