2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Nitro | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |