2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Suburban | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |