2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 6 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 104 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 639 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Caddy. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | Caddy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |