1999 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 517 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Pontiac | Scion |
| Model | Bonneville | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
