2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 102 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 277 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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 (407 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Altima | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
