2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 GMC Sierra (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2001 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2001 GMC Sierra 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:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Sierra | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
