1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
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 (312 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Prelude | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |