2004 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2005 Scion tC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Bonneville 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Scion tC. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Scion tC. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion tC. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion tC. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2005 Scion tC 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:
| 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Scion tC | |
| Make | Pontiac | Scion |
| Model | Bonneville | tC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4556 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
