2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 7 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 120 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Bonneville | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
