2006 Kia Sedona vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona.
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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sedona | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
