1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. Both 1998 Buick LeSabre and 1995 Pontiac Bonneville are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | LeSabre | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |