2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Porsche GT2

To start off, both 2005 Pontiac Bonneville and 2005 Porsche GT2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Porsche GT2.

Because 2005 Porsche GT2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche GT2 (340 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche GT2 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 2005 Porsche GT2
Make Pontiac Porsche
Model Bonneville GT2
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3786 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 0 HP
Torque 313 Nm 340 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1668 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2360 mm


 

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