2007 BMW 118 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 118 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
