1998 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 84 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 641 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | iQ |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 32 L |
