2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 65 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 Weight | 1461 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |