2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 876 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |