1997 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 10 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 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, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Grand Prix | A6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |