1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac DTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 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, 2010 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | Bonneville | DTS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
