1995 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio 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 (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. 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 (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Bonneville | 2011 Renault Clio | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Bonneville | Clio |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |