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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (271 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 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. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 369 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 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 4565 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 186 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 406 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1630 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


 

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