1997 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 132 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1997 Honda NSX 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 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda NSX | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |