2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Tucson | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
