2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham 7. (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Caterham 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Caterham | Pontiac |
| Model | 7 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
