1997 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Bonneville | 2013 BMW X3 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Bonneville | X3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 318 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2098 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |