1997 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 14 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
| Model | Grand Prix | G25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
