1994 Ford Aspire vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 472 kg more than 1994 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Aspire | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
