2002 Lancia Thesis vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (206 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (185 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 132 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Thesis | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Thesis | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
