2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 453 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Taurus X | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
