1992 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 14 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, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 209 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Espace |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
