2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio

To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 980 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1993 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1993 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Pontiac Bonneville 1993 Subaru Vivio
Make Pontiac Subaru
Model Bonneville Vivio
Year Released 2003 1993
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 658 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 43 HP
Torque 311 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 650 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2320 mm


 

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