2008 BMW 318 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 8 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 318 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 2008 BMW 318. 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 (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 318 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
