1999 Audi TT vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Audi TT 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1999 Audi TT 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, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (306 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (237 Nm). This means 1998 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi TT has manual transmission. 1999 Audi TT 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:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | TT | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
