2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 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. Both 2006 Kia Sedona and 2005 Pontiac Bonneville are equipped with a 3,786 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 332 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.
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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (313 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sedona | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 313 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |