2008 Hummer H3 vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.

Because 2008 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hummer H3 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Hummer Pontiac
Model H3 Bonneville
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 3783 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 2180 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 68 L


 

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