2009 Ford Flex vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 753 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Flex is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Flex | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
