2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 53 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Equinox | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
