2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (275 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | FX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1320 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
