1998 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Bonneville | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |