1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (128 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Bonneville | Multivan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |