2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac XLR (443 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | XLR | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
