2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Cadillac DTS.
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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville. (313 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | DTS | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 313 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |