2007 Honda Element vs. 1991 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 490 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1991 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Element | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |