2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 841 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bonneville | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
