2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 859 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
