1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 24 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Pontiac Trans Sport 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Pontiac Pontiac
Model Trans Sport Bonneville
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 4572 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 407 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 68 L


 

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