2006 Lexus LX vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 83 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | LX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
