2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 243 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
