2002 Audi A4 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 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A4 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 Bonneville
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2391 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 312 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1648 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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