1995 Honda Today vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 940 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Today 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Honda Pontiac
Model Today Grand Prix
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 200 HP
Torque 57 Nm 312 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1830 mm


 

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