2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Pontiac Bonneville were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 (407 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Astra | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4572 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
