1997 Kia Capital 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 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital 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 Kia Capital | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Capital | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |