1998 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 481 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Bonneville | 1999 Acura EL | |
Make | Pontiac | Acura |
Model | Bonneville | EL |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |