2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chrysler 300 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 2012 Chrysler 300. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (313 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chrysler |
| Model | Bonneville | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
