2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford 24.7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford 24.7 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Ford 24.7. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford 24.7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 511 kg more than 2000 Ford 24.7. 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 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford 24.7 | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | 24.7 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
