2007 Acura TL vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 2 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, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | TL | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |