2009 Acura RL vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 14 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, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (206 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | RL | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |
