2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 607 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1996 Suzuki Esteem has manual transmission. 1996 Suzuki Esteem will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Bonneville | Esteem |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
