2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Escalade | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
