2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bonneville | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
