2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Bonneville 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 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 (313 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bonneville | HHR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
