2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Bonneville | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
