1996 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Prix | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
