2009 Honda Element vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 9 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 104 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2009 Honda Element 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, 2009 Honda Element 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Element | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |