1998 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 10 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, 2008 Saturn Aura (253 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura.
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, 2008 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
Model | Bonneville | Aura |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |