2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Astra 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Bonneville | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |
