2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Idea | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
