2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | i30 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |