1992 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 9 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 36 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 211 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Pontiac Bonneville 2001 Volkswagen Bora
Make Pontiac Volkswagen
Model Bonneville Bora
Year Released 1992 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 205 HP 169 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90.2 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1636 kg 1425 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2520 mm


 

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