1997 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 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 92 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 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 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | Bonneville | 200 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |