1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | Dardo | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
