2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet HHR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | HHR | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
