2002 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX. 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti FX | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | FX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |