1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti J30 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | J30 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
