1998 Lexus ES vs. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Lexus ES is newer by 1 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, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus ES | 1997 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | ES | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 304 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |