2004 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1992 Pontiac Bonneville (353 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm). This means 1992 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1992 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2820 mm |
