2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto 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 154 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 683 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Punto | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
