2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback 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 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Bonneville | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
