1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Maverick | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
