1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 212 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Bonneville | Sentra |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |