1997 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 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 101 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 29 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Prix | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
