1991 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Pontiac Bonneville | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Bonneville | Forester |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |