1997 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 686 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |