2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Acadia | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |