2003 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 330 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:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 330 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
