2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Suburban Bonneville
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 3785 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 320 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 379 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 54 L