2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 253 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Picanto | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
