1992 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1037 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.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | Bonneville | Yukon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1636 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3302 mm |