2009 Pontiac G6 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G6. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G6. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G6 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | G6 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
