1996 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Sharan. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bonneville | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
