2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | QX56 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 533 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |