2000 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva 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 152 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Meriva | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
