2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 1997 Venturi 400 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 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (380 Nm). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1997 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Venturi 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Venturi |
| Model | Bonneville | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
