1998 Lotus Emme vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme 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. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (206 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 885 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 1998 Lotus Emme is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Emme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Emme has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Emme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus Emme | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
| Model | Emme | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 206 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
