2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (312 Nm). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
