1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 16 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Bonneville | ION |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |
