2008 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Rio | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
