2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Corsa | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
