2005 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 403 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (313 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Bonneville | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
