1997 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville 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 66 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Bonneville | Prius |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
