1998 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 361 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Xedos |
| Model | Grand Prix | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |
