1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 142 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Bonneville | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |