1997 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 111 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bonneville | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
