1992 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2000 Saturn L is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 281 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Bonneville | L |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2710 mm |
