2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Charger | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |