2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 949 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 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Express | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |