2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,806 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP) has 180 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Bonneville | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4806 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 380 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |