2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sportage | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |