2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 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 56 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X3 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 54 L |