1998 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Bonneville | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |