2000 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 13 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 379 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Pontiac | Scion |
| Model | Bonneville | FR-S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
