2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete 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 161 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 833 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1984 Renault Siete 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 Pontiac Bonneville | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Siete |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
