2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 304 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Cerato | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |