2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 429 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. 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 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna 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 | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
