2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 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:
2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 1996 Rover 200 | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | Bonneville | 200 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |