1997 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 290 kg more than 1997 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7. 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 (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda RX-7. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda RX-7 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 Mazda RX-7 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | RX-7 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
