2003 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (200 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon. 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, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac Bonneville | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | Bonneville | Canyon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |