1997 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1993 Buick Century
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | 1993 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Bonneville | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2664 mm |
