2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 126 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
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 (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bonneville | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
