2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
