1990 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4

To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Pontiac Bonneville 2006 Toyota RAV4
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Bonneville RAV4
Year Released 1990 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 94 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 57 L


 

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