1993 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 95 L |
