2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville. (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Wrangler | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
